01/10/2026
The Grenfell Tower investigation really puts into perspective the sheer scale of what happened — and how long the search for accountability has taken.
According to this latest update, the Metropolitan Police investigation has examined around 15,000 individuals and 700 organisations, with 57 individuals and 20 organisations identified as suspects for potential criminal offences.
The investigation has involved 165 million electronic files, 14,400 statements and more than 27,000 exhibits, with potential offences including corporate manslaughter, gross negligence manslaughter, misconduct in public office, fraud and health and safety matters.
Nine years after 72 people lost their lives, the process is still ongoing.
For those of us working in fire safety, Grenfell must remain a permanent reminder that regulations, competent workmanship, proper fire strategies and accountability are not simply paperwork. Decisions made about the safety of buildings can have devastating consequences.
Hopefully, when the investigation and CPS process are complete, the families and survivors will finally see proper answers and accountability.